Education

B.A., Communication Studies, Ghana Institute of Journalism
M.A., Public Relations, Ghana Institute of Journalism
M.S., Mass Communication, Oklahoma State University

Background

Ralph Dinko has a decade long experience working as a public relations officer at the Ghana Maritime Authority where he handled media relations and protocol duties.

His expertise in strategic communication is complemented by some published articles and features in leading national and industry-specific publications, including The Business and Financial Times, Daily Graphic, and The Shipping Review.

Dinko’s academic research focuses on the intersection of political communication, artificial intelligence, and media effects. He is interested in how political strategists leverage AI and algorithms to disseminate political messages.

Awards

• Dr. Carolyn Stroman Graduate Student Award - AEJMC Minorities & Communication Division 2024
• Third Best Paper Position- AEJMC Minorities & Communication Division 2024
• Media Ecology & Strategic Analysis Medal for Research 2024

Research

political communication, artificial intelligence in communication, public relations, global communication, media effects.